Ref. #CABEAD · 9611
Minimalist
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Minimalist Technical Profile
What color is Minimalist? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #CABEAD. Colors similar to Minimalist include PPG Stonington, Behr Bungalow Beige, Benjamin Moore Annapolis Gray. Minimalist has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Minimalist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Minimalist pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Minimalist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Minimalist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Minimalist
#CABEAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Minimalist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Minimalist Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Minimalist.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Minimalist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Minimalist have?
Minimalist by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Minimalist from other brands?
The closest matches are Stonington by PPG (#C8BCAB), Bungalow Beige by Behr (#CCBFAC), Annapolis Gray by Benjamin Moore (#CABFB0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Minimalist?
Minimalist has an LRV of 52.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Minimalist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.